Rhode Island Optometry (OD) CE requirements

Optometrist — license renewal requirements, sourced from the official board.

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20CE hours every 1 yearVerify with board

Renewal: Licensees must attest to CE compliance on the annual renewal application due January 31 of each year (216-RICR-40-05-20.4).

Required categories

Pharmacology
10h

Details

Reporting
Attest to completion on the annual renewal application; retain evidence of attendance for Board review.

Entry reflects optometrists with amplified therapeutic privileges: 20 hours annually, including at least 10 hours in pharmacology for the treatment/management of ocular conditions. Optometrists without therapeutic privileges require 16 hours annually. Licensees initially licensed after February 1 are exempt from CE until the next renewal. The Board may waive CE for hardship or sufficient cause. No grace period identified.

Official source: RI Regulation 216-RICR-40-05-20.4 - Continuing education for optometrists

⚠️Board rules change. Verify every figure against the official source before relying on it.

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